Pennsylvania Dutch Country Restaurants

Like the German cuisine that influenced it, Pennsylvania Dutch cooking is hearty and uses ingredients from local farms. Though their numbers are dwindling, there are still a few traditional Pennsylvania Dutch restaurants where you can dine family style. Lancaster County has numerous reasonably priced family restaurants, along with a number of eateries offering more exotic fare. The cuisine is changing and expanding to include many flavors beyond traditional Amish. Unless otherwise noted, liquor is served.

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  • 1. John Wright Restaurant

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    At this waterfront spot in historic Wrightstown, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Susquehanna River while seated at the outdoor bar, eating wood-fired pizzas topped with ingredients grown on site. Directly across the river on the original ferry route from Columbia, this popular bar and restaurant also has a glass-walled dining room to enjoy the scenery year-round. Several menus are offered, from lunch and dinner (pork-belly BLT or baked oysters from Virginia) to a mammoth fixed-price Sunday brunch buffet, complete with a waffle station, omelets made to order, and a make-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Expect weekly dinner specials and seasonally inspired favorites.

    234 N. Front St., Pennsylvania, 17368, USA
    717-252–0416

    Known For

    • Seasonal pizza patio
    • Farm-to-table focus
    • Braised boar and gnocchi
  • 2. Lemon Street Market

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    A locally owned full-service grocery store with a focus on sustainable and health-minded products, Lemon Street Market is a great spot to pick up snacks and fruit to take back to your hotel, or drop by for a smoothie or coffee break. It's within walking distance of many downtown Lancaster hotels.

    241 W. Lemon St., Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17603, USA
    717-826–0843

    Known For

    • Great selection of local products
    • Delicious homemade soups (in cold weather)
    • Great take-away options
  • 3. LUCA

    $$$

    A self-described "wood-burning Italian kitchen," LUCA serves up seasonally inspired pasta, Neapolitan-style pizza, and wood-roasted meats. Located in a residential neighborhood near the Franklin & Marshall campus, this sun-drenched space with roll-up garage doors is always busy, and for good reason—the food is consistently delicious and the dining room vibe is upbeat. Outdoor seating on the arbor-covered patio is open when weather permits. The carefully curated wine list includes natural, low-intervention wines and the amaro selection is second to none.

    436 W. James St., Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17603, USA
    717-553–5770

    Known For

    • Wood-fired pizzas
    • House-made pasta
    • Impressive selection of Italian spirits and craft cocktails

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
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